What You'll Learn
- Proper execution of the tombé for smooth, controlled weight transfers.
- Step-by-step mechanics for a clean and stable soutenu turn.
- Techniques for spatial awareness and orientation using room corners.
- Integrating coupé, passé, and developpé into a lyrical adagio combination.
About This Video
Transition from the barre to the center floor with confidence in this focused 15-minute beginner ballet class. At Broche Ballet, we believe that mastering foundational weight transfers and turning mechanics is the key to achieving a professional and fluid dance quality. This session is meticulously designed to break down complex movements into manageable steps, ensuring you build a solid technical foundation.
We begin by deconstructing the tombé, focusing on the literal 'fall' and the intricate coordination required to lower one heel while lifting the other. This attention to detail ensures a smooth and controlled transfer of weight, which is essential for all moving combinations in ballet. Following our work on weight transfers, we dive into the mechanics of the soutenu.
You will learn a step-by-step guide on how to use room corners for orientation, maintaining constant foot contact during the initial rotation, and executing a clean step-out. These spatial awareness tips are invaluable for dancers looking to find their center without the support of the barre. The class culminates in a beautiful lyrical adagio combination.
This sequence integrates foundational movements such as coupé, passé, and developpé with the rhythmic flow of the balancé and piqué. Throughout the practice, the instructor emphasizes the importance of fluid port de bras, proper postural alignment, and musicality. Whether you are a beginner looking to solidify your basics or a returning dancer refining your center work, this class offers the perfect blend of technical drill and artistic expression to elevate your practice.
